Darothy Mae Gregory

It is with profound sadness and everlasting love that we announce the passing of Darothy Mae Gregory on October 20, 2026. Born on April 22, 1942, in Catherine, Alabama, Darothy was a beacon of love and strength for her family and community. Darothy was the cherished daughter of the late Arthur Chester and Annie Mae McMillian. She was predeceased by her devoted husband, Deacon Phillip Gregory, with whom she shared over fifty blessed years of marriage. Her siblings, Carrie Burrell, Annie Mae Vaugh, Jerrie Dean Billingsley, Robert Godbolt, Arthur McMillian, Willis McMillian, Ottis McMillian, William Charles McMillian, and Curtis McMillian, also preceded her in death. Darothy is survived by her loving and devoted daughter Jennefir L. Gregory Carr, and her son Steven L. Gregory. She is also survived by her stepson Phillip Leon Davis, as well as her beloved uncle James Godbolt, sisters Emma Hayes and Jessie McMillian, and brothers Isaac McMillian and Nute Mac McMillian. Her grandchildren, Phillip Nettles, Tyra Bentley, Cintashia Jackson, Timmell Jackson, Stephena Gregory, Davina Gregory, Stephanie Rudd, Alexandria Taylor, Lataivia Saint Vil, and Kyra Carr, along with 19 treasured great-grandchildren, will forever hold her memory dear. Educated in the Alabama school system, Darothy received her high school diploma and went on to work tirelessly, demonstrating her unwavering dedication and resilience. She spent many years working in factories, eventually retiring from the ADM Chocolate factory. Even after retirement, her nurturing spirit led her to continue working as a caregiver until the age of 80. A devoted member of her church community, Darothy joined a small church in the early 1970s, a commitment she upheld through its relocations until it became the cherished congregation on Good Hope Road. Her faith was steadfast and her presence was a blessing to all who knew her. She served faithfully as an usher and managed the missionary offering, dedicating countless hours to the church's food pantry. Darothy's love for her church was rivaled only by her love for her family. Her hobbies included volunteering at church and spending cherished moments with her great-grandchildren. Her life was a testament to her loving, kind, and pure-hearted nature. A celebration of Darothy Mae Gregory's life will be held on October 31, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at El Bethel C.O.G.I.C, located at 5401 W. Good Hope Road. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to a charity of your choice, honoring Darothy's legacy of giving and service. In her final moments, Darothy was surrounded by love, passing peacefully with her daughter and a close family friend by her side. Her life was a testament to the power of love, faith, and unwavering devotion. She will be profoundly missed and forever cherished.